Yes. The Faraday Sleeve for Laptops is made with the same materials as our phones, tablets, and dry bags and will provide the same protection for your phone or tablet. With most laptops, there is usually room to slide a cell phone in with the laptop if needed.

When we turn off our laptops or other electronic devices, we assume that they are no longer active and therefore not transmitting any information. However, this is not always the case. Many modern laptops and other electronic devices simply enter a sleep or hibernate mode and have features that allow them to remain partially active even when they are turned off. This can include things like wake-on-LAN functionality, which allows the device to be turned on remotely, or quick start-up features that enable the device to turn on faster. Additionally, electronic devices can also be vulnerable to remote attacks or hacking attempts, even when they are turned off. Attackers can exploit vulnerabilities in the device's firmware or other software components to gain access to the device and potentially steal sensitive information. To address these concerns, some people may choose to use a GoDark® Faraday Bag. These bags are designed to block electromagnetic signals, which can help prevent remote attacks and limit the ability of the device to transmit information. They are often used by journalists, activists, business travelers, and others who may be at a higher risk of being targeted by hackers or other attackers.

Yes, and here’s why:

If your laptop is in sleep or hibernation mode, then it may still be vulnerable to data theft. In these modes, the laptop is not fully powered off, and some systems, such as the RAM, remain active. This means that sensitive information may still be accessible to attackers who have physical access to the laptop or who are able to compromise it remotely.

To minimize the risk of data theft in these scenarios, it is recommended to use full disk encryption to protect sensitive data and to set a strong password or passphrase for the laptop. Additionally, it is important to avoid leaving the laptop unattended and to always log out or lock the system when it is not in use.

While good security practices are essential, Faraday bags can provide an additional layer of protection for laptops. Faraday bags are designed to block all wireless signals, including cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth signals. 

When a laptop is placed in a Faraday bag, the bag's metallic material creates a Faraday cage around the device, preventing any signals from entering or leaving the bag. This means that if a laptop is turned off and placed in a Faraday bag, it is completely isolated from wireless signals and therefore cannot be accessed or tracked remotely.

Even with good security practices, such as using strong passwords, encrypting sensitive data, and keeping software up-to-date, it is still possible for attackers to physically access the laptop or to install malware on it while it is turned on. Therefore, it is important to use a combination of security measures to protect your laptop and its data. 

Faraday bags can be a useful tool in a variety of situations where you want to add an extra layer of security to your electronic devices, particularly if you are concerned about hacking or tracking. This can include scenarios like traveling, attending conferences, conducting sensitive work, or any other situation where you need to protect your sensitive data.

Airplane mode can disable Wi-Fi, cellular, and Bluetooth connections, helping to prevent data communication in certain situations. However, it may not always protect privacy, especially if a device is compromised by malware or spyware or if data is stored and later transmitted. 

To maximize privacy, a multi-layered approach involving strong passwords, software updates, and privacy-enhancing tools like VPNs and encrypted messaging apps is recommended. For a physical privacy protector for your laptop, Faraday Bag variations are the best in blocking incoming signals and prevent data transmission.

Yes, we believe GoDark® Faraday Bags offer strong protection from an EMP.  

The GoDark® RF shielding fabric used in each GoDark® Faraday Bag has been independently lab tested to exceed 100 dB of EMF signal attenuation and has passed the MIL-STD-188-125-2 standardized military test for High Altitude EMP shielding.